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George Allison

George Allison
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George Allison is the founder and editor of the UK Defence Journal. He holds a degree in Cyber Security from Glasgow Caledonian University and specialises in naval and cyber security topics. George has appeared on national radio and television to provide commentary on defence and security issues. Twitter: @geoallison

F-35 ‘exemplifies US-UK special relationship’ say Lockheed

Before the F-35 even took its first flight, the UK had signed on as a key partner, having been involved in development activities since at least 1985.

P-8 Maritime Patrol Aircraft conducts flights over western Scotland

A Royal Air Force P-8 Poseidon Maritime Patrol Aircraft is currently off the western coast of Scotland, carrying out vital day to day work that often goes unnoticed.

Britain’s Spearhead – The Carrier Strike Group

"The vast array of weaponry across the Carrier Strike Group is more than just a show of strength. It allows us to carry out whatever peacekeeping operations are necessary."

Norwegian F-35s deploying to Iceland for NATO mission

The Norwegian Air Force is deploying F-35 jets to undertake NATO’s air policing mission in Iceland.

British carrier group to visit Greece in June

HMS Queen Elizabeth and her Carrier Strike Group will visit Greece in June.

Australian warships to join British Carrier Group

Australian vessels are expected to join the British Carrier Strike Group at Singapore.

Veterans receive vaccines from troops

The British Army say that the Vaccination Quick Response Force arrived at Broughton House in Salford last Friday to administer the vaccine to former service personnel.

U.S. Marines award BAE $184m for additional ACVs

BAE Systems has received a $184 million contract from the U.S. Marine Corps for more Amphibious Combat Vehicles (ACV) under full-rate production.

Royal Air Force C-17 declares an emergency in the air

A Royal Air Force C-17 transport aircraft has declared an emergency over Shropshire.

UK aircraft and US nuclear sub work together near Falklands

American nuclear submarine USS Greeneville recently worked with a British aircraft near the Falkland Islands in the South Atlantic.